Bill114th CongressFiled Apr 13, 2016Native Americans
S. 2796
RESPECT Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 13, 2016)
Repealing Existing Substandard Provisions Encouraging Conciliation with Tribes Act or the RESPECT Act
This bill repeals outdated provisions regarding treatment of Native Americans, including provisions on hostile tribes, alcohol, work requirements, penalties for truancy, and placement of youth in reform school without the consent of a parent or guardian.What just happenedSep 14, 2016
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD](R-SD)Sponsor
1 cosponsor1 R
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- Introduced in SenateApr 13, 2016
- Sep 14, 2016Committee
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
Indian Affairs Committee - Jun 29, 2016Committee
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-401.
Indian Affairs Committee - Apr 13, 2016IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2026-2027)
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Introduced in Senate